Certified Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

@ Novant Health
Novant Healthnovanthealth.com

Certified Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Charlotte, NC
Posted 3 days ago

About the job

Novant Health Steelecroft Primary Care offers family medicine services with a team of 10 providers, focusing on patient-centered, high-quality care. We support career growth through education and leadership. Join us to make a difference in the growing Steele Creek/Lake Wylie area.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Proof of current certification
  • Ability to complete skills validation
  • Experience in medical office preferred

Qualifications

  • Current certification within 6 months
  • Ability to obtain CMA, RMA, or CCMA
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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What We Offer:

Join the dedicated team at Novant Health Steelecroft Primary Care where you'll work alongside experienced providers to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care in a collaborative and supportive environment. This practice offers family medicine services in the growing Steele Creek/Lake Wylie area with a group of 10 exceptional providers.

As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will play a vital role in coordinating clinical care and assisting providers to ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective healthcare for patients across all stages of life. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy building relationships with patients, and are passionate about delivering excellent care, we encourage you to apply.

Novant Health offers you access to continuing education and leadership support to help grow your career in the healthcare field. We work to foster an inclusive culture grounded in teamwork, trust, and shared purpose.

What We're Looking For:
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED, required
    • Candidates will provide proof of current certification from one of the approved certifying registries including: • CMA with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) • CCMA with the National Health Career Association (NHA) • RMA with the American Medical Technologists (AMT) • American Registry of Medical Assistants (NHCWA) • National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) • National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) • American Allied Health (AAH) RMA with the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA). If a candidate is not currently certified, they must obtain certification or registration by the end of the sixth month of their hire and sign an education agreement, required.
  • Experience: Previous work in a medical office, preferred
  • Licensure/Certification: Current certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire as CMA, RMA or CCMA, required
  • Additional skills required: Ability to successfully complete generic and department specific skills validation and competency testing
What You'll Do:
  • Partner with providers to deliver outstanding patient care and support efficient clinic operations
  • Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and updating electronic medical records
  • Perform clinical procedures within scope of practice, including injections, immunizations, medication administration, EKGs, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection
  • Coordinate patient flow to ensure timely, efficient visits while maintaining a positive patient experience
  • Assist with prescription refills, referrals, prior authorizations, and follow-up care
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